1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1999 Hyundai Coupe

To start off, both 1999 Aston Martin Vantage and 1999 Hyundai Coupe were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 339 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. (111 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 755 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 955 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Aston Martin Vantage 1999 Hyundai Coupe
Make Aston Martin Hyundai
Model Vantage Coupe
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5341 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 111 HP
Torque 1098 Nm 143 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 1215 kg


 

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